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Network Controller
Directorate: Infrastructure and Telephony
Closes Monday 9 November 2026 at 15:45
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Two network controller posts at National Head Office. The work covers IT desktop and server support, networks, and telephony. Suits people with an IT or computer qualification and 1-2 years of IT netw
- Duties include desktop and server support, and installing and maintaining the BAS, LOGIS and PERSAL systems.
- Detect and repair faults on LAN/WAN, PCs, peripherals, network points and software.
- Monitor and connect IP telephony and video conferencing.
- Must have a National Diploma or Degree (NQF level 6) in IT, Computer Science, Information Systems or Computer Engineering, recognised by SAQA.
- Must have 1-2 years of experience in an IT and network environment and a valid driver's licence. A+, N+ and Security+ certificates are an added advantage.
- Based at National Head Office. Enquiries: Ms NS Khumalo or Ms TP Ngobeni, (012) 307 2174 or (012) 305 8589. The appointment is under the Public Service Act.
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Requirements
- National Diploma/Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or Computer Engineering (NQF level 6) as recognised by SAQA.
- A+, N+ and Security + will be added advantage.
- 1-2 years’ experience in IT and network environment.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Competencies And Attributes:
- Good understanding of MS Windows 11/ Office 365 as well as the MS Office suite.
- Planning and organising regarding own work.
- Ability to operate computer hardware and software.
- Problem solving.
- Ability to work in a team.
- Interpersonal relationships.
- IT literacy.
- Record keeping.
- Typing skills.
- Information gathering.
- Communication skills.
- Improve efficiency with regards to own work.
- Be able to function autonomously.
Duties
- Provide desktop /server support.
- Install and maintain Transversal system (BAS, LOGIS, PERSAL).
- Detect and repair faults on LAN/WAN, PC’s, peripherals, network points and software.
- Monitor and connect IP Telephony and Video Conferencing.
- Management of resources.
- Management of performance information.
How to apply
should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered.
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Enquiries
National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.
Notes from the department
Appointment under the Public Service Act.
As printed in Circular 38 of 2026 · page 47 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 38/81: NETWORK CONTROLLER REF NO: HO 2026/11/78 (X2 POSTS) Directorate: Infrastructure and Telephony SALARY: R338 106 per annum CENTRE: National Head Office REQUIREMENTS: National Diploma/Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or Computer Engineering (NQF level 6) as recognised by SAQA. A+, N+ and Security + will be added advantage. 1-2 years’ experience in IT and network environment. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Good understanding of MS Windows 11/ Office 365 as well as the MS Office suite. Planning and organising regarding own work. Ability to operate computer hardware and software. Problem solving. Ability to work in a team. Interpersonal relationships. IT literacy. Record keeping. Typing skills. Information gathering. Communication skills. Improve efficiency with regards to own work. Be able to function autonomously. DUTIES: Provide desktop /server support. Install and maintain Transversal system (BAS, LOGIS, PERSAL). Detect and repair faults on LAN/WAN, PC’s, peripherals, network points and software. Monitor and connect IP Telephony and Video Conferencing. Management of resources. Management of performance information. ENQUIRIES: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589. NOTE: Appointment under the Public Service Act.